East Connecticut Avenue
Take a short drive through Southern Pines' horse country, with longleaf pines, established estates and farm scenery.
Piedmont, North Carolina — Southern Pines
Take a short drive through Southern Pines' horse country, with longleaf pines, established estates and farm scenery. This is an easy route to combine with time in town.
Before you go: Farms and homes along the road are private unless they explicitly welcome visitors.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/east-connecticut-avenue/
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.
Piedmont, North Carolina — Southern Pines
Take a short drive through Southern Pines' horse country, with longleaf pines, established estates and farm scenery. This is an easy route to combine with time in town.
Before you go: Farms and homes along the road are private unless they explicitly welcome visitors.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/east-connecticut-avenue/
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.